2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Canyon | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
